Amendment 3 & Our Libraries

We encourage members of our community to learn about Amendment 3 and carefully consider its potential fiscal impact on our local community before voting.

Amendment 3 Puts Local Florida Library Services at Risk

Florida’s public libraries are essential community resources—providing educational, cultural, technological, and lifelong learning opportunities for people of all ages.

Libraries rely on stable local funding to support the services our communities depend on, including staff, collections, programs, technology, and facilities.

Florida Constitutional Amendment 3 proposes significant changes to the state’s property tax structure. If approved, the resulting reduction in local government revenues could affect funding available for public services, including our public libraries.

What’s At Stake

Amendment 3 would reduce local revenue that supports essential community services, including public libraries. If it passes, Venice and other districts across Florida could face difficult budget choices. For libraries, that could mean pressure to reduce the services people rely on every day.

Library Hours and Staffing

Technology Access and Workforce Support

Books, Materials, and Digital Collections

Seniors and Community Connection

Children, Families, and Early Literacy

Outreach, Meeting Rooms, and Local Services

Helpful Resources

We've gathered helpful resources to make it easier to learn more about Amendment 3 and its potential impact on public libraries and local communities.